Cucumber Avocado Salad Recipe
A fresh and vibrant Cucumber Avocado Salad featuring crisp seedless cucumbers and creamy avocados, tossed with a zesty lime and olive oil dressing infused with cilantro, cumin, and a hint of chili flakes. Perfect as a light, healthy side or a refreshing snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 seedless cucumbers, sliced
- 2 avocados, diced
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1-2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (or parsley)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Fresh cracked pepper, to taste
- 1/3 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a salad bowl, gently combine the sliced cucumbers and diced avocados, ensuring the avocado pieces remain intact for texture.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small mason jar or bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, olive oil, chopped cilantro (or parsley), salt, cracked pepper, red chili flakes, cumin, and minced garlic if using, until well combined.
- Toss Salad: Pour the dressing over the cucumber and avocado mixture. Toss gently to evenly coat all ingredients without mashing the avocado.
- Serve or Chill: Season with additional salt if desired. Serve the salad immediately for the freshest taste or chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Enjoy this refreshing, healthy salad!
Notes
- Use ripe but firm avocados to avoid a mushy salad.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.
- Adjust chili flakes for your preferred spice level.
- Fresh lime juice is essential for a bright, tangy flavor.
- For a vegan and vegetarian option, this salad is perfectly suited.
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